Everybody loves top 5’s. What are the five most popular facial fillers? I don’t know.. but here’s my top 5 list anyways.

5) ArteColl ®/ ArteFill ® - This is the first injectable to provide a permanent support solution to fill wrinkles and prevent further wrinkling. (In the United States, ArteColl ® is approved strictly for correction of nasolabial folds.)

4) Sculptra ® - An injectable made of synthetic polylactic acid contained in microspheres, Sculptra ® is the first FDA-approved injectable for the restoration of lost facial volume (correction of lipoatrophy) in people with HIV infection.

3) Radiesse ® (formerly known as Radiance) - This is a synthetic dermal filler made of calcium hydroxyapatite is utilized for the correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and folds. This injectable is a longer-lasting filler because the body forms collagen around the microspheres; adding bulk to the injected areas.

2) Restylane ® - A non-animal, biodegradable gel composed of hyaluronic acid, Restylane ® is a soft tissue filler that adds volume to the skin through tiny injections; smoothing facial folds and wrinkles in areas around the mouth and eyes.

1) Juvederm ™ - Made of a hyaluronic acid gel, Juvederm ™ is a naturally-occurring substance in the skin that contributes to volume and hydration. Juvederm ™ is designed to temporarily correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds.

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Facial fillers are used by cosmetic surgeons, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons to reduce wrinkles and soften the deep folds in faces of patients. The fillers are usually made with collagen, Hyaluronan Acid, or even your own body fat!

What are they called?
Some of the more popular facial fillers are Juvéderm (often written as Juvederm), and Restylane. There are other fillers out there as well, such as collagen (Zyplast), Hydroxylapatite, PMMA (Polymethylmethacrylate), and even your own fat harvested from your body.

Juvéderm is made from Hyaluronan Acid and is usually used to fill in wrinkles around the eyes and mouth. Juvéderm is also used to fill in scars on some patients.

Restylane is also made from Hyaluronic acid. It is most commonly used for lip augmentation. It can also be used for filling in wrinkles and filling in the facial hollows underneath the eyes.

How long does it last?
Depending on what facial filler you get, your results will vary. Juvéderm is expected to last from 6-9 months, with many patients reporting the injection lasted an entire year. Restylane lasts around six months.

How much does it cost?
Juvederm costs around $500-$700 dollars per tube. If you are to get a near face lift quality procedure, then you will typically use around three or four tubes. Prices vary by location and doctor. The only way to know how much your procedure will cost, will be to get a consultation with a cosmetic or plastic surgeon. If you need help finding a doctor, try this plastic surgery site.